computer network technician

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Work setting

• Construction company
• Troubleshooting

Tasks

• Coordinate access and use of computer networks
• Install software
• Maintain, troubleshoot and administer the use of local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), mainframe networks and computer workstations and peripheral equipment
• Monitor the performance of computer systems and networks
• Evaluate and install computer hardware, networking software and operating system software
• Provide problem-solving services to network users
• Implement data, software and hardware security procedures
• Perform data backups and disaster recovery operations
• Set up local area networks and connections to the Internet
• Modify Web pages, applets and scripts
• Perform Web-server backup and recovery operations
• Perform backup procedures to ensure data preservation
• Provide customer service

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Certified OpenStack Administrator (COA)
• Cisco certified internetwork expert (CCIE)
• CompTIA Security+ Certification
• Information technology infrastructure library (ITIL) Certification
• Microsoft certified professional (MCP)
• Microsoft certified solutions associate (MCSA)
• Network+ Certification
• A+ Certification

Computer and technology knowledge

• Networking software
• Networking hardware
• Networking security
• Intranet
• Internet
• Servers
• Desktop applications
• File management software
• Security software
• Word processing software
• Mail server software
• Communication software
• Project management software
• Information technology
• SharePoint
• MS Office
• MS Windows
• Spreadsheet
• Firewall
• MS Active Directory
• Networks

Transportation / travel information

• Own transportation
• Willing to travel
• Valid driver's licence
• Travel expenses paid by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized
• Team player

Experience

• 3 years to less than 5 years

Employment terms options

• Morning
• On call
• Day

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Mileage paid
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning / training paid by employer
• On-site amenities
• Other benefits
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available
• Travel insurance
• Wellness program